Bennington
Remembering Judith Edwards of Bennington
Judith Edwards, 94, resident of Bennington, VT passed away on July 10, 2026. She was born in New Haven, CT on January 9, 1932. She was the daughter of the late Samuel and Elizabeth (Rongyos) Guy. Judith received her education…
Key points
- Judith Edwards, a beloved figure in Bennington, passed away at 94.
- She contributed to the community through her work at Woolworth’s and Dunkin Donuts.
- Judith is survived by her five children, nine grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren.
Judith Edwards, a long-time resident of Bennington, Vermont, passed away at the age of 94 on July 10, 2026. Born on January 9, 1932, in New Haven, Connecticut, she was the daughter of Samuel and Elizabeth Guy.
Judith graduated from Hill House High School in New Haven and earned an Associate’s Degree in Merchandising from Larsen Junior College in Hamden. She married Henry Edwards II in January 1954 at Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church in New Haven, who predeceased her on December 14, 2005.
Local Contributions and Family
In Bennington, Judith was employed at Woolworth’s and owned the local Dunkin Donuts for three years. She also served the community by driving a bus for the Senior Center, where she volunteered in her later years.
Judith is survived by five children: Nordica Scholis (Tom) from Hoosick Falls, New York; Jennifer Edwards (Chris) from Staten Island, New York; Cynthia Leonard from Horse Heads, New York; Sarah Ota (Kevin) from Reading, Connecticut; and Henry Edwards III from Bennington. She also leaves behind her son-in-law David Turcotte of West Haven, Connecticut, nine grandchildren, and five great-grandchildren. Her brother Samuel Guy resides in Hampden, Connecticut. Judith was predeceased by her daughter, Elizabeth Turcotte, and siblings, Robert Guy and Nancy Loeffel.
Legacy and Reflection
Judith cherished the time spent with her family and found great joy in her grandchildren and great-grandchildren. She famously expressed her optimism about humanity, stating, “Yes, there is hope for humanity.” In accordance with her wishes, there will be no calling hours or funeral services.
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Based on reporting by E.P. Mahar & Son Funeral Home originally published by E.P. Mahar & Son Funeral Home (Bennington, VT). Read the original story.
